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General Digital Caliper I've used a dial caliper in my shop for years. It's great for taking precise measurements. But a few years ago, I made the switch to a digital caliper. The digital readout eliminates any "user error." It also saves me from having to strain to read the scale. $40. 9 Starrett 4" Double Square I use this square more than any other in my shop. The adjustable head is ground square on both faces. You can use it not only as a square, but as a depth gauge, or to set up your tools. Plus, ifs just the right size to tuck into the pocket of a shop apron. $50. 6 Veritas Set-Up Blocks This assortment of setup blocks is ideal for positioning fences, setting up blades and bits, and checking the width of dadoes and grooves. The set includes five gauge blocks of different thicknesses as well as a "1-2-3 block" (named for its dimensions — 1" x 2" x 3"). $40. Q Fenner Power Twist Belt One of the quickest and most dramatic upgrades you can make to your table saw (or any other belt-driven power tool) is to replace the standard rubber V-belt with a link belt. This belt runs smoother and won't take a set, so it helps reduce the vibration from your table saw. Plus, it lasts longer than a standard V-belt. $26. ielsen Cabinet Scrapers These cabinet scrapers are made from a high grade of Swedish tool steel, so they really take and hold an edge. There are two scrapers in the set. The thinner one is more flexible, so it's great for corners and tight areas. And the thicker scraper is good for smoothing large surfaces. $15. "f"! Stanley Nailsets These are the ultimate in nail-sets. They feature hardened steel tips that are long-lasting and won't deform. And they have cushioned grips to absorb the shock from your hammer blows. The tips are cupped to prevent them from slipping. They're sold in a color-coded set of three different diameters. $9. 3 Veritas_ Saddle Square Saddle squares are used to transfer layout lines between two perpendicular surfaces (from the edge of a workpiece to the face, for example). It's a simple tool, but one that you'll find yourself using all the time. $13. "12 Peltor Earmuffs I always hated wearing ear plugs or hearing protection of any sort until I purchased a pair of these Peltor earmuffs. They are so comfortable and light that you almost forget you have them on. And they do a great job at filtering out noise that could damage your hearing. $15 to $30. 49 |
